Vegan Mango Medjool Date Smoothie

Bring on summer with a Vegan Mango Medjool Date Smoothie! Fresh mango and dates are the base for this snack, and it’s topped with shredded coconut for an extra tropical vibe.

They say that any kitchen appliance you use frequently throughout the week earns a spot on the countertop. Makes sense, right? Less work for us!

We currently have our toaster oven (toast and roasted veggies), electric kettle (for our morning coffee), and Bluetooth speakers (cooking + music = heaven) on the kitchen counter. For a stretch of time I was making smoothies at least every other day, but for some reason, the poor blender got hidden in the pantry after each use. Maybe after confessing this really juicy piece of insider information to you, I’ll make some room on the kitchen countertop for the blender!

Let me just say, this Vegan Mango Medjool Date Smoothie is worth taking out the blender for. The summer flavors of mango, strawberries, and pineapple are combined with sweet Medjool dates, resulting in a refreshing, nutritious snack to fuel your day.

Bananas have been my go-to for smoothie bases, but recently I’ve thrown in a couple of pitted Medjool dates instead. Why? Adding just two Medjool dates to your batch of smoothies is an awesome way to naturally sweeten your smoothies. Dates also have a higher potassium content by weight which is ideal for energy levels. When thinking about how to properly refuel after a workout or stay healthy during the workday, dates will give you an extra boost of nutrition!

The nice thing about smoothies is their convenience. You can enjoy them for breakfast – especially if you’re usually in a rush like yours truly – or have them as a snack between meals. If you’re prepping for a workout and need a healthy source of carbohydrates, all it takes is a quick blend and you have a pre-workout drink that isn’t loaded with artificial sugars or caffeine. After a workout, smoothies can help replenish your glycogen stores, as well as offer protein needed to build muscle. To all my meal preppers out there, you can also whip up a large batch and store it in the fridge for a couple of days!

After the first sip of this Vegan Mango Medjool Date Smoothie, you’ll get hit with a wave of summer freshness: I love adding peaches and pineapples into smoothies and the Medjool dates add just the right amount of natural sweetness. For a little more texture, feel free to top the smoothie with some shredded coconut and more mango. Then sit back, relax, and visualize sipping under the sun, feet in the sand…ha!